Laccaria laccata
(Scop. ex Fr.) Cooke
Deceiver, Waxy Laccaria
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Summary
Source: WikipediaLaccaria laccata, commonly known as the deceiver, lackluster laccaria, or waxy laccaria, is a species of fungus. It is a small but highly variable mushroom (hence 'deceiver'), and can look quite washed out, colorless and drab, but when younger it often assumes red, pinkish brown, and orange tones. It has white spores. Found throughout North America and Europe, the species is often considered by mushroom collectors to be a 'mushroom weed' because of its abundance and plain stature. The cap is edible.
Description
A mushroom. It grows in large groups. The cap curves but can be flattened. It is pale red. The stem is 5-10 cm long. The stem is often twisted. The gills are spread wide. The spore print is white.
Edible Uses
Only the cap is eaten; the stalk is discarded. It is typically stewed or fried.
Traditional Uses
Only the cap is eaten and the stalk is discarded. It is stewed or fried.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant. It grows in conifer and deciduous forests. In Yunnan.
Where It Grows
Africa, Alaska, Asia, Australia, Balkans, Bulgaria, Canada, Central America, China, Costa Rica, Europe, Guatemala, Himalayas, Hong Kong, Hungary, Indochina, Laos, Mexico, Nepal, North America, Russia, SE Asia, South Africa, Southern Africa, Tasmania, Turkey, Türkiye, USA,
Production
It can be stored by drying.
Other Information
It is sold in local markets in Nepal and Mexico.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Chocuyul, Qi lamo, Socoyol, Soldadito, Tashimu, Xocoyol, Xocoyole
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